Shikoku island comprises the four prefectures of
Tokushima, Kagawa, Ehime, and Kochi. Shikoku Henro
spans all four regions, linking 88 temples associated with
the monk Kukai (posthumously known as Kobo-Daishi),
founder of the Shingon school of Buddhism and native of
Shikoku. Aside from the scenic settings of the temples,
there are examples of strikingly beautiful gates, main
halls, precious images of Buddha and other treasures.
Shikoku Henro’s approximately 1,400-
kilometer (870 mile) route along all 88 temples will take
you through mountains, pastoral scenery, along the
ocean, and into townships. On foot, the journey takes
some 40 days to complete, but visitors can tailor their
schedule to visit a portion of the temples by train, car or
other means.
People from all over Japan
make the pilgrimage to these temples to pray for spiritual
training. As long as temple rules are observed, anybody
may worship at these sacred places. Many travelers
carry a special booklet called a “goshuin-cho” in which
they receive stamps from each temple to commemorate
their visit.
Along this fabled journey, you’ll
most likely see worshippers wearing special white
apparel and carrying a pilgrim’s staff. Affectionately called
“O-henro-san,” they’re a welcome sight in many towns
and villages. The mind of hospitality of local people who
sympathize with them still remains in the form of
directions as well as food and drink.
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